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February 28, 2023 11 mins

EPISODE SUMMARY:

One big thing that affects your health is diet – and when it comes to eating better, fruits and vegetables are key. But did you know only about 9% of Americans are getting enough greens (and yellows, reds and oranges?)* Special guest Dr. Edwin McDonald shares one thing you can do today to improve your eating habits at home.

* Centers for Disease Control & Prevention

GUEST:

Dr. Edwin McDonald, Assistant Professor UChicago Medicine, Gastroenterologist, Project Brotherhood Leader, and Culinary Arts/Nutrition Advocate 

RESOURCES:

The Doc's Kitchen - A Blog of Healthy Recipes from a Doctor and Chef (thedocskitchen.com)

For more on how health disparities impact the Black community and how local organizations are working towards better Black health outcomes, check out the full episode.

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